neither
Neither option was appealing to her.
She found both options unappealing.
Not one and not the other of two things or people
Neither of the candidates impressed the voters.
The voters were unimpressed by both candidates.
She liked neither the red dress nor the blue one.
She didn't like either the red dress or the blue one.
Often used with 'nor' to connect negative clauses.
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Pro Tip
Usage with 'nor'
'Neither' is often paired with 'nor' to connect negative clauses, especially in formal writing.
Gold Rule
Subject-Verb Agreement
'Neither' is singular and requires a singular verb (e.g., 'Neither of the options is acceptable.').
Word Origin
From Middle English 'neither', from Old English 'nāhwǣther', from 'nā' (not) + 'hwǣther' (which of two).
Usage Notes
Often used with 'nor' to connect negative clauses (e.g., 'Neither did I see him, nor did I hear from him.').